Making the right decision
April 21, 2008

Crusader staff

Many Seward County Community College students are facing the decision of what they are going to do post SCCC. Either going straight to work or off to a university to continue your education, we want to make sure you make the right decision for your future endeavors.
First and foremost, make the decision that is right for you. Use your college experience to find your passion and do what you feel is right for your future. If you are satisfied with what your career goals are and you are comfortable with it, go into the work world. If you are not quite sure of what you want to do yet, or haven’t reached the education level you wanted, enroll at a university. Either way, more education is not a bad thing.
One of the great advantages about college is that you always can go later. If financial limitations or other constraints don’t allow you to continue your education, don’t fret; you can always enroll later when it is more feasible. According to www.back2college.com, 41 percent of college students are 25 years old and older. Time is on your side.
When making decisions about your future, make sure to do your homework. Yes, do your homework, research the career potentials or schools.
If you have narrowed it down between a couple of schools, be sure to check for a few obvious, yet forgotten, key issues. Check to see if the school has your major available, and make sure the credits that you have taken will transfer. Nothing would be worse than to enroll at a school that doesn’t have your major, or you have to retake classes because some of your hours didn’t transfer.
Also, look for the job placement from that university. Many schools keep track of their job placement percentage of graduating students. The right school can land you the right job.
If money is a concern, research the potential school’s scholarships. There is a lot of opportunity for funding with grants, federal aid, and general scholarships. Also research the student loans available through the universities and FAFSA. Not a 4.0 student? Don’t worry; there are scholarships out there for average college students.
Finally, get advice from others; talk to parents, friends, neighbors, teachers and peers about your decision. Some of the best insight can come from people that you would least expect it from. Express your concerns and what you like about each school. Weigh the pro’s and con’s to see which school can offer you the best education.
Bottom line, we want to make sure you make the right decision after leaving Seward County. Make a decision that you will be content with. Don’t leave yourself asking the question, what if? By attending Seward County Community College, you have received a great beginning for achievement in the “real world”. Weigh your options carefully; it is your future at stake. Make your choice a great one for you and your aspirations.